Everybody wants the best for their family, whether it be in their personal life, financial stability or even love life. So why should their oral health be any different? No one wishes a family member to have a cavity, right? The following article has some great tips that will ensure that you and your loved ones are protected from most oral problems and other future dental complications.
Avoid eating too much sugar or acidic and/or sugary foods. These types of foods can really damage teeth. If you do consume them, make sure you eat them with a lot of water during a meal. You should brush your teeth as soon as you finish eating to minimize the potential damage.
You should aim to visit the dentist twice a year. Regular dentist visits will help prevent serious dental issues from arising. Seeing your dentist regularly is an efficient way to avoid developing gum disease, gingivitis and tooth decay. You will also find that you feel more comfortable around your dentist regularly and get to know him. This is important if you ever need to have a complicated procedure done.
If you have bad breath and cotton mouth, your prescription medication may be to blame. If you are experiencing these symptoms, it is more likely that cavities will develop and that you will experience discomfort. Talk to your doctor so you can figure out whether or not your medicine is the cause of your dry mouth and bad breath. If this is the case, perhaps you can change medications. If switching medications isn’t an option, perhaps your doctor has a treatment to hinder these symptoms.
Your teeth are one of the first things that others notice so you should ensure they are always clean and healthy. Keep these tips that you’ve learned in this article in mind and share them with your family and practice them regularly. Your teeth will be most appreciative.
For more information, contact our office today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Trichas. Our friendly and knowledgeable team at Downtown Dental Arts of Montclair is here to answer any questions you might have about all things dental related. We are currently located in the Montclair, New Jersey area to better assist you with all your dental needs.
